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MP Cricket Association Awards Players with Nearly ₹3 Crore in Indore
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 08:47 AM
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The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association distributed awards worth about ₹3 crore to international and domestic cricketers in Indore, with central minister Sindhia praising the body as a ‘temple of cricket’.
Indore hosted a ceremony organized by the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) where awards totaling roughly three crore rupees were handed to a selection of cricketers. The recipients included players who have represented India at the international level as well as those who have excelled in domestic competitions.
During the event, central minister Sindhia addressed the gathering, describing the MPCA as a “temple of cricket” and highlighting the association’s role in nurturing talent across the state. He emphasized the importance of continued support for grassroots development to sustain the region’s cricketing success.
The award distribution underscores the MPCA’s commitment to recognizing performance and encouraging young athletes. Officials said the funds will be allocated as cash prizes and scholarships, aiming to motivate players to strive for higher standards in upcoming seasons.
During the event, central minister Sindhia addressed the gathering, describing the MPCA as a “temple of cricket” and highlighting the association’s role in nurturing talent across the state. He emphasized the importance of continued support for grassroots development to sustain the region’s cricketing success.
The award distribution underscores the MPCA’s commitment to recognizing performance and encouraging young athletes. Officials said the funds will be allocated as cash prizes and scholarships, aiming to motivate players to strive for higher standards in upcoming seasons.